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Hashimoto's disease (thyroiditis)
An autoimmune condition in which the immune system makes antibodies against the thyroid gland (the butterfly-shaped gland in the throat).
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
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Baby 0-2 | |||||
Toddler 3-5 | |||||
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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